Bal Raksha Bharat

Empowering Futures Through STEAM & Safe Water! Bal Raksha Bharat, in partnership with H&M, proudly launched STEAM Labs and safe drinking water facilities in Five government run schools across Bengaluru. This Diversity & Inclusion initiative champions experiential learning of STEAM concepts, equipping students with tools to innovate and thrive. The STEAM labs will be a permanent space for the 1,400+ young learners, making it a long-term project where students can utilize the labs for years to come. Together, we’re creating brighter futures by combining education, sustainability and collaboration, impacting young minds. Vijaya Konanki H&M Adina Welch Diba Rezaie Hedvig Lannersten Shagufta Sami (She/Her) Nopor Stuart Sheetal Srinivasamurthy Santanu Chakraborty #STEAMInnovation #SafeWaterForAll #BalRakshaBharat

Najiya’s Journey: From Struggles to School At just 15, Najiya’s life took a challenging turn. Born in a small village in Bihar, her family’s financial struggles forced her to move to Delhi to live with her aunt, Rahmati Khatoon. Rahmati’s Resilience A survivor of domestic abuse, Rahmati, a tailor by trade, vowed to provide Najiya with the education she deserved. But enrolling Najiya in school wasn’t easy. A fraudulent agent scammed Rahmati with fake adoption papers, leaving her disheartened when the school rejected the documents. Rahmati sought support from Bal Raksha Bharat’s Multi-Activity Center (MAC) with the guidance of a Child Protection Committee member, got her registered to school with appropriate updated identity proof. With right support, every child can overcome challenges and achiev#righttoeducation Read Full story - https://lnkd.in/gSF7rJGb #EducationForAll #ChildRights #BalRakshaBharat #RightToEducation

🌟 Empowering Youth, Changing Lives! 🌟 With support from Sonalika CSR, Bal Raksha Bharat is helping underprivileged youth in Delhi unlock their potential through education & skill development. Meet Rupali, a 20-year-old from Bihar, who faced numerous barriers to education. With the help of our team, she’s now enrolled in NIOS for her 10th grade, learning life skills, and gaining vocational training in tailoring! Her journey is a testament to the power of determination and support in overcoming challenges and building a brighter, self-reliant future. 💪📚✨ Read Full story - https://lnkd.in/gDepD738 #Empowerment #Education #SkillDevelopment #YouthChange #BrighterFuture #SonalikaCSR

Project Launch in Vijayawada! As part of the Learning Improvement Program (LIP) in Andhra Pradesh, Bal Raksha Bharat (BRB) has partnered with Samagra Shiksha AP and Honda India Foundation to enhance education for students in grades 6-9. The program, launched on January 9, 2025, aims to improve learning outcomes and foster holistic development. The program got inaugirated at AKTPMC High School, Satyanarayanapuram, Vijayawada. Sri Ravindra Reddy Garu, ASPD Samagra Shiksha AP, applauded BRB and Honda for their efforts in strengthening quality education. Sri Uma Maheshwar Rao, Deputy Collector, had joined the inauguration. Mr. Shivarama Krishna, Honda India Foundation GM, too had joined the event and shared the vision of Honda ki Pathashala to create a supportive learning environment. Together, we’re paving the way for brighter futures! #QualityEducation #HondaPathashala

Unlocking CSR Funding for Impactful Partnerships Our CEO, Santanu Chakraborty, spoke at #IndiaFundraisingConference2025 on "Building the Gap: Unlocking CSR Funding." His key message? "Relationships First, Money Second." At BRB, we believe CSR is more than funding—it's about co-creation. By engaging employees and leveraging corporate expertise, we unlock: ✅ Market intelligence for strategic decisions ✅ Technical know-how for innovation & scale ✅ Amplified impact through collective action Co-creation is the future. Let's collaborate for lasting change! #Impact #collaboration #CSR #Partnerships #RelationshipBuilding #Sustainability #IndiaFundraisingConference #BRB Sattva Consulting Santanu Chakraborty Pallavi Barua Sanjay Sharma

Paving the Way for Safer Roads for Children! On the occasion of the closing ceremony of Road Safety Month, CSIR - Central Road Research Institute (CRRI) & Bal Raksha Bharat have signed a landmark 5-year MoU to advance child road safety in India! This collaboration focuses on road safety awareness, capacity building and sustainable, scientific solutions thus ensuring a safer environment for children by engaging key stakeholders, including schools, government agencies, NGOs and communities. By leveraging CRRI’s expertise in road research & Bal Raksha Bharat’s leadership in child protection, this collaboration will drive systemic change in policies & practices, ensuring a safer future for children! Together, we will engage schools, government agencies, NGOs, & communities to develop innovative, practical solutions for road safety challenges. #RoadSafety #ChildProtection #SaferRoadsForChildren #CSIRCRRI #BalRakshaBharat

Kudumbashree International Children’s Summit: A Zero Waste Revolution! On January 18-19, 2025, the Children’s International Summit on Zero Waste Management in Thiruvananthapuram brought young changemakers to the forefront of tackling waste, pollution, and carbon footprints. The event, inaugurated by State Education Minister V. Sivankutti, culminated in the Thiruvananthapuram Declaration, driving urgent environmental action. With 5 plenary sessions and research from 14 districts, children presented groundbreaking solutions to shape local policies. Key voices, including Balasabha members and Bal Raksha Bharat’s experts, championed zero waste practices. Let’s support our young environmentalists as they lead the way to a cleaner, greener future! #ZeroWasteFuture #ChildChampions #EnvironmentMatters #BalRakshaBharat #KudumbashreeSummit

National Girl Child Day 2025: Empowering Futures! This year, BRB celebrated National Girl Child Day under the theme “Empowering the Girl Child: Creating Equal Opportunities for a Better Tomorrow”, across 10 states. Together with policymakers, organizations and communities, we took a stand for education, health, protection, equality and equity for every girl. Bal Raksha Bharat (BRB) proudly amplified and acknowledged the voices of girl champions from across the nation. Let’s continue to break barriers and build a world where every girl can thrive, lead and succeed! Global Development Network #EmpowerHer #NationalGirlChildDay #EqualOpportunities #GirlsCan

Bal Raksha Bharat and Cyber Police from Tiruvallur and Pune organized a joint training to strengthen enforcement and ensure a safe online experience for children, while effectively preventing and responding to cyber-crimes. 93 police officers were trained on emerging cyber-crimes in general and especially those targeting children, and on their role in preventing and responding to such offenses. The cyber-safety training module for police officials was developed after a needs assessment and consultation with experts in cyber safety, law, and policing. Bal Raksha Bharat in partnership with Norton LifeLock, runs an online child safety program in Tamil Nadu and Maharashtra, working with Government School Children, Teachers, Parents, Police, and others to keep children safe online. #NortonLifelock #StaySafeOnline #DigitalIndia #CyberSafety Gen

Foundation Stone Laying Ceremony: Model Resilient Village The foundation stone for the Model Resilient Village was laid on 20th Jan 2025 in Sil/Sunani village, Baddi, Solan District, Himachal Pradesh, marking a transformative step towards resilient rural development. The event was graced by Dr. (Mrs) N. Kalaiselvi, Secretary to the Government of India & DG of CSIR, as Chief Guest. Bal Raksha Bharat extends the deepest gratitude to ZEE Entertainment Enterprises Limited, especially Mr. Ashish Agarwal, Chief Compliance Offi cer and Company Secretary, Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd., for the unwavering commitment instrumental in driving sustainable development and fostering resilience for a brighter tomorrow. We acknowledge our gratefulness to the local community and Gram Panchayat for their cooperation and active participation throughout this initiative. The event showcased the CSIR-BRB partnership, leveraging scientifi c innovation to build resilience. At the same time, Shri Ram Kumar Chaudhary (MLA) Doon constituency, Solan District reaffi rmed the Himachal Govt.'s unwavering support for disaster-affected families. Ms Shalini Kotiya, Give Grants, Monitoring Partner from Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd, highlighted the vital role of corporate social responsibility in driving sustainable progress. She added that the foundation stone for the Model Resilient Village symbolizes hope, resilience, inclusivity and collaboration. Her deliberation further emphasized that this is the commitment to ensure safety, inclusivity and a better future for the people of the community. Inclusivity remains at the heart of our mission, with special facilities like handicapped-accessible toilets ensuring equity for all. The event featured an exhibition of cutting-edge technologies, drawing great interest from over 238, including 22 state, district and block-level offi cials, community leaders, offi cials, and local residents. This marks a signifi cant step towards “Viksit Bharat” & “Viksit Gaon”, setting a blueprint for resilient rural transformation in India. #ModelResilientVillage #CommunityEngagement ASHISH AGARWAL Zee Entertainment Enterprises Limited Shalini Kotiya Somedutta Chatterjee Saurabh Adeeb Give Grants